Phenix K2 Blanks

[Ozark_Basser]

Anybody tried these? What are some characteristics? Stiff? Whippy?

[kickerfish1]

Just got one not too long ago. Rod is the 682L spinning rod model. Not whippy at all even for a rod with very light bait and light line specs. The blank is crazy light and the finished rod weight is 2.64 ounces. The lightest blank you can build on from what I have been told. Probably a top 2 most sensitive blank to build on and some of the builders I know would say it is the most sensitive. I haven't fished it yet but will when things thaw out. At that time I can compare it to my NRX among other rods. The blank is similar in looks to the Megabass Orichi XX rods if you have any of those or have handled any.

If you could afford one it would be worth it. Blanks alone are well over $200. To build on one with higher end components or close would be a very steep price tag.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

I've looked at them but there are other brands just as light when comparing dimensions and specs. This doesn't tell the whole story, you have to handle and hopefully fish a blank to know for sure but I can't justify the double price in my mind. 

[sarcazmo]

Haven't built one but have fished a couple now.

Super nice blanks, very sensitive.  I feel like they're a little under powered for their rating.  There are quite a few reports of breakage issues, although my time with the rods they felt fine enough.  They're priced at the higher end of the market for sure.

I won't buy one for myself unless there's a 20% off sale.  Super nice blanks, but I think you can build on super nice blanks and save quite a bit of money.

[.ghoti.]

I have one, still in the shipping tube. I can't comment on it other than to say it is the straightest blank I've ever seen. Not that that says much. I haven't bought that many.

 

After I get it built, and have fished with it a few days, I'll comment. Until then, I have no opinion.